Edges slightly rubbed. Covers slightly faded. Slight foxing to pages.229pp.
Stanley Gibbons Publications Ltd., 1981, Paperback, Book Condition: Good, Jacket Condition: No d/j as Published. First Edition In This Format. . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

ISBN: 0852591810

Inventory #22699

Price: £ 7.50 GBP ($ 11.85 approx. - € 9.06 approx.)

First published in 1995, 'The Allure of Turquoise' has never lost its allure. A symbol of New Mexico's beauty and ancient history, turquoise is highly valued. The gem enthralls modern man just as it charmed the Ancestral Puebloans who lived in the great stone structures of Chaco Canyon. In 1967, the New Mexico legislature adopted turquoise as the state gem, acknowledging its importance in the culture and history of the Southwest. From early trade, to Native American ceremonial use, to trendy contemporary jewelry, turquoise inspires its collectors to trace the distinctive varieties of the mineral back to their individual mines. This book includes articles on many aspects of the crown jewel of New Mexico, from geology and mining history, to its use and significance to American Indians. Fascinating chapters discuss the 'allure' of the stone, old pawn, how to detect manufactured fakes, and even a special relationship between ants and turquoise. 107pp.
New Mexico Magazine,U.S., 2005, Paperback, Book Condition: New, Jacket Condition: . Second Paperback Edition. . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

ISBN: 0937206873

Inventory #14229

Price: £ 12.50 GBP ($ 19.75 approx. - € 15.10 approx.)

96pp.Slight fading to d/j on and either side of spine.
David & Charles, 1976, Cloth, Book Condition: Very Good, Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. D/J in Protective Wrapper. 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

ISBN: 0715371916

Inventory #7158

Price: £ 7.50 GBP ($ 11.85 approx. - € 9.06 approx.)

160pp.One inch closed tear to top left front d/j cover.
Spurbooks, 1973, Cloth, Book Condition: Very Good, Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

ISBN: 0902875361

Inventory #18400

Price: £ 10.00 GBP ($ 15.80 approx. - € 12.08 approx.)

This guide helps buyers to evaluate these spectacular gems and it updates professionals on new treatments and sources of corundum and emerald. Using close-up photographs, the book shows how to make visual judgements about clarity, transparency, cut quality and brilliance. In addition, it helps you to understand lab reports and find appraisers and labs. You will also get tips on detecting imitations and synthetic stones. Let this guide provide the in-depth information you will need to be a smart buyer. Topics in this guide include: Quality evaluation; Gem treatments; Fakes and synthetics; Lab reports; Geographic sources; Appraisals; Gem cleaning & care; and, Savvy buying. 187pp.
International Jewelry Publications, 2009, Paperback, Book Condition: As New, Jacket Condition: No d/j as Published. Third Edition. . 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

ISBN: 9780929975412

Inventory #23937

Price: £ 12.50 GBP ($ 19.75 approx. - € 15.10 approx.)